Jobs on the Edge is a Skimmy Stories series exploring the roles most at risk of being replaced by AI — and the human value that remains when machines take over.

Accounting was once one of the safest careers: steady work, annual demand, and trust built over years. But AI tools are now scanning receipts, balancing books, and filing taxes faster than any professional. The question isn’t just whether accountants lose tasks — it’s whether the profession itself disappears from everyday life.

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